Chinese Bronze Lion Figurine

Shop this Chinese lion figurine on All The Decor—a beautiful old bronze lion sculpture dated to the 17th or 18th century of the Qing dynasty. This bronze-form lion sculpture is traditionally in the form of a paperweight. Such paperweights were used as scholars’ objects in China and were seen as forms of refinement, education, and class. Colored in a rich dark reddish-brown patina, this antique bronze lion is an ideal home decor element for tabletop decoration. A recumbent form lion is also a traditional form of Chinese bronze sculpture often found in examples crafted in Jade and Bronze. Lions are guardian forms of luck and protection and are always a come element to any interior decor for your home or office.

Lion figurine sculptures also make wonderful gifts, and an old and rare object such as this is sure to make a statement. While technically considered an element of Chinese decorative arts, as a scholarly object and a sculpture, the small size is better scribed for this purpose as a figurine. The recumbent lion is a well-defined narrative in decorative art spanning from across the Middle East, Asia, and Europe, a theme of protection the motif is popular with collectors and home accents alike.

This lion figurine has come to us from a long-time collector of Chinese and Japanese art in the Northeast. This object for sale is a welcome addition for anyone looking to buy a unique home accent and sculpture for any interior decor collection.

The object measures 2.1 inches in height and measures 2.5 inches in length.

The figure depicts elements of heavy oxidation and tarnish, with worn gilt decoration to edges, edge wear, and light abrasions consistent with the age of this item.